Steele Products SP-PB140 User Manual
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14. Maintain tools with care.
Keep tools sharp and
clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
15. Disconnect tools before servicing; when
changing accessories, such as blades, bits,
cutters, and the like.
16. Reduce the risk of unintentional starting.
Make sure switch is in “off” position before
plugging in.
17. Use recommended accessories. Consult the
owner’s manual for recommended accessories.
The use of improper accessories may cause
risk of injury to persons.
18. Never stand on tool. Serious injury could
occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool
is unintentionally contacted.
19. Check damaged parts. Before further use of
the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine if it
will operate properly and perform its intended
function – check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced.
20. Direction of feed. Feed work into a blade or
cutter against the direction of rotation of the
blade or cutter only.
21. Never leave the tool running unattended.
Turn power off. Don’t leave tool until it comes
to a complete stop.
Electrical safety
•
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for
electrical current to reduce the risk of electric
shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord
that has an equipment grounding conductor and
a grounding plug. The plug MUST be plugged
into a matching outlet that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with ALL local
codes and ordinances.
•
Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit
the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
•
Improper connection of the equipment grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
The conductor with the green insulation (or
without yellow stripes) is the equipment
grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of
the electric cord or plug is necessary, DO NOT
connect the equipment grounding conductor to
a live terminal.
•
Check with a qualified electrician or service
personnel if you do not completely understand
the grounding instructions, or if you are not sure
the tool is properly grounded.
•
Use only a three wire extension cord with a
3-prong grounding type plug and 3-hole
receptacles that accept the tool’s plug as shown
in the diagram.
•
Repair or replace damaged or worn cords
immediately.
Grounding
Means
Metal Screw
Cover of Grounded
Outlet Box
Grounding
Pin
Grounding
Pin
Adapter
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Additional safety rules for band saws
Ensure that the lighting is adequate.
For your own safety read Instruction Manual
Before Operating Saw
Wear eye protection.
Do not remove jammed cutoff pieces until the
blade has stopped.
Maintain proper adjustment of blade tension,blade
guides,and thrust bearings.
Adjust upper guide to just clear workpiece.
Hold workpiece firmly against table.
Ensure that the lighting is adequate.
Keep the area free of tripping hazards.
Do not let anyone under 18 years operate this saw.
Always stand to one side when operating the saw.
Never use a cracked or distorted saw blade. Only
use sharp blades.
Never use your hands to remove sawdust, chips
or waste close by the saw blade.
Use only blades as recommended.
Rags, cloths, cord, string and the like should
never be left around the work area.
Avoid cutting nails. Inspect the workpiece and
remove all nails and other foreign objects before
beginning sawing.
Do not attempt to free a jammed blade before
first switching off the machine.
Do not slow or stop a blade with a piece of wood.
Let the blade come to rest naturally.
If you are interrupted when operating the saw,
complete the process and switch off before
looking up.
Periodically check that all nuts, bolts and other
fixings are properly tightened.
Do not store materials or equipment above a
machine in such a way that they could fall into it.
Ensure that your work is always on the table.
Never make a cut with the work off the table.
Wear goggles
Wear ear protection
Wear a breathing mask
Extension cords
Replace damaged cords immediately. Use of
damaged cords can shock, burn or electrocute.
If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with
adequate size conductors should be used to
prevent excessive voltage drop, loss of power or
overheating. The table shows the correct size to
use, depending on cord length and nameplate
amperage rating of tool. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. Always use U.L. and CSA listed
extension cords.
RECOMMENDED SIZES OF EXTENSION COR DS
Tool’s
Ampere
rating
Volts
Total length of cord in feet
Cord size in A.W.G.(minimum)
25ft
50ft
100ft
150ft
3–6
120V~
18
16
16
14
6–8
120V~
18
16
14
12
8–10
120V~
18
16
14
12
10–12
120V~
16
16
14
12
12–16
120V~
14
12
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